VW is looking to the future with a new concept car. The ID. Aero concept is a sleek premium electric sedan with stunning range and futuristic style, and it’s close to becoming a reality.

<p>The Volkswagen (<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/volkswagen">VW</a>) ID line of electric vehicles (<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/hybrid-vs-electric-cars-how-they-work">EVs</a>) is expanding rapidly and will eventually include a full range of electric models in various shapes and sizes. The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2021-volkswagen-id-4-review">ID.4</a>&nbsp;compact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-does-suv-stand-for">SUV</a>&nbsp;is already on the road. Soon, we&rsquo;ll see the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/new-car-previews/2024-volkswagen-id-buzz-preview?make=volkswagen&amp;model=id-buzz">ID. Buzz</a>&nbsp;electric van and other models, but VW&rsquo;s looking to the future with a new concept car. The ID. Aero concept is a sleek premium electric&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-a-sedan">sedan</a>&nbsp;with stunning range and futuristic style, and it&rsquo;s close to becoming a reality.</p><p><img alt="Volkswagen ID. AERO Concept Polar Light Blue Metallic Front Quarter View" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_Volkswagen%20ID_%20AERO%20Concept%20Polar%20Light%20Blue%20Metallic%20Front%20Quarter%20View.jpg" /></p><p>While some concept cars never make it to production or only make it after significant design changes, VW says the ID. Aero (pictured) is close to production. According to VW, the car&rsquo;s sweeping roofline and extended length give it an exceptional drag coefficient of just 0.23. VW also says each element of the ID. Aero&rsquo;s bodywork improves airflow in some way, such as the 22-inch wheels&rsquo; flush-mounting with the wheel housing, the specially shaped roofline, and the unique rear-end shape that splits the air as it flows off the car.</p><p>The ID. Aero also features an LED light strip that connects the front end with the fenders and quarter panels. The visual line extends to the back of the car, where VW arranged the LED taillights in a horizontal strip across the back deck. Both light fixtures feature VW&rsquo;s signature honeycomb pattern, and VW split the front fog lights into three individual units built into the lower grille.</p><p><img alt="Volkswagen ID. AERO Concept Polar Light Blue Metallic Side Profile View" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_Volkswagen%20ID_%20AERO%20Concept%20Polar%20Light%20Blue%20Metallic%20Side%20Profile%20View.jpg" /></p><p>At more than 16 feet long, the ID. Aero is just over a foot shorter than some configurations of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2021-ford-f-150-review?make=ford&amp;model=f-150">Ford F-150</a>, but the automaker says that expanse provides tangible benefits inside. Volkswagen&rsquo;s MEB platform allows it to stretch the wheels further to each corner, providing a long wheelbase and better space inside. The ID. Aero comes with a 77-kWh battery that delivers a range of up to 385 miles (620 km) on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/electric-vehicle-range-testing-understanding-nedc-vs-wltp-vs-epa">WLTP standard</a>.</p><p>When it reaches production, the ID. Aero will become a significant component of VW&rsquo;s electrification strategy in China, where it&rsquo;s the fourth EV model from the automaker. VW will offer two versions, depending on which of the automaker&rsquo;s Chinese joint ventures sells it, and the company says that by 2030, half of its vehicle sales in the country will be electric.</p><p><img alt="Volkswagen ID. AERO Concept Polar Light Blue Metallic Rear Quarter View" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_Volkswagen%20ID_%20AERO%20Concept%20Polar%20Light%20Blue%20Metallic%20Rear%20Quarter%20View.jpg" /></p><p>Volkswagen says it will begin building the ID. Aero in 2023 at its factory in Emden, Germany. The facility will be one of the automaker&rsquo;s first factories for volume EV production and will become a big part of its electrification efforts in the future. Though it&rsquo;s focused on growth in China, Volkswagen will sell the ID. Aero in Europe and, later, North America.</p><p><em>Volkswagen is the source of information in this article. It was accurate as of June 28, 2022, but it may have changed since that date.</em>&nbsp;<em>Always confirm product details and availability with the automaker&rsquo;s website or your local dealership.</em></p><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>Related Resources</strong></h2><ul>	<li><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars">Research a Vehicle</a></li>	<li><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars-for-sale">Cars for Sale</a></li>	<li><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/sell-my-car-2">Sell My Car</a></li>	<li><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/compare-cars">Compare Cars</a></li>	<li><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/car-finder">Car Finder Tool</a></li>	<li><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/ratings">Car Ratings</a></li>	<li><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides">Shopping Guides</a></li>	<li><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/new-car-previews">New Car Previews</a></li>	<li><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews">Expert Car Reviews</a></li></ul></div>

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Subaru updates the Ascent SUV for the 2023 model year with a light facelift, new safety tech, and improved convenience features.

<p>In 2019,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/subaru">Subaru</a>&nbsp;filled a 3-row&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-does-suv-stand-for">SUV</a>-sized hole in its lineup with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2022-subaru-ascent-faq-review?make=subaru&amp;model=ascent">Ascent</a>. The family-friendly&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-a-crossover-suv?make=&amp;model=">crossover SUV</a>&nbsp;featured traditional Subaru styling and quirks with all-weather-ready all-wheel drive (<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/whats-the-difference-between-awd-and-4wd">AWD</a>). Subaru updates the SUV for the 2023 model year with a light facelift, new safety tech, and improved convenience features.</p><p><img alt="2023 Subaru Ascent Front Quarter View Action" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_2023%20Subaru%20Ascent%20Front%20Quarter%20View%20Action.jpg" /></p><p>Subaru offers the 2023 Ascent in five trim levels: Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, and Touring. The SUV&rsquo;s powertrain carries over from 2022, but it&rsquo;s still one of the few SUVs that come standard with AWD. The U.S.-built 2023 Ascent will go on sale in fall 2022.</p><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>What&rsquo;s New for the 2023 Subaru Ascent? - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=subaru&amp;model=ascent" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Subaru deals!</a></strong></h2><ul>	<li>Updated exterior styling</li>	<li>Improved&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-subaru-eyesight">EyeSight</a>&nbsp;safety technologies</li>	<li>Newly available Cabin Connect system that provides in-cabin communication</li>	<li>Additional standard features for Onyx Edition trim level</li>	<li>Pricing should start around $33,000</li></ul></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Subaru Ascent Exterior - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=subaru&amp;model=ascent" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Subaru deals!</a></strong></h2><p><img alt="2023 Subaru Ascent Rear Quarter View Action" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_2023%20Subaru%20Ascent%20Rear%20Quarter%20View%20Action.jpg" /></p><p>The 2023 Subaru Ascent features a redesigned front fascia with aggressive styling and a more prominent grille. The SUV&rsquo;s LED headlights are new and feature an updated LED running light design. Subaru added air ducts to the lower bumper to improve airflow, and in higher trims, the feature comes with chrome accents. Around the back, the taillights come with an updated C-shape.</p><p>Though there are some new bits here, the Ascent remains essentially the same from an exterior styling perspective. The Onyx Edition brings black accents, including badges and wheels, but again, the Ascent will be familiar to anyone with even a passing knowledge of the sport utility vehicle.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Subaru Ascent Interior - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=subaru&amp;model=ascent" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Subaru deals!</a></strong></h2><p><img alt="2023 Subaru Ascent Interior Dashboard" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_2023%20Subaru%20Ascent%20Interior%20Dashboard.jpg" /></p><p>The Ascent, like all Subarus, has to offer a degree of utility and adventure-ready features. Cloth upholstery comes standard, but the automaker offers a synthetic upholstery material that it says provides excellent water resistance and durability. The setup is ideal for people with dogs and folks with active outdoor lifestyles.</p><p>The cabin in the updated Ascent is clean and intuitively laid out, and visibility is decent in most directions. Subaru offers a panoramic sunroof and captain&rsquo;s chairs in the second row, but a rear bench seat comes standard. The plush Limited trim gets leather upholstery with heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, and a heated steering wheel.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Subaru Ascent Specs - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=subaru&amp;model=ascent" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Subaru deals!</a></strong></h2><p>Subaru offers a single engine choice for the 2023 Ascent, which carries over from the previous model year. The engine is a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/whats-the-difference-between-turbocharging-and-supercharging?make=&amp;model=">turbocharged</a>&nbsp;2.4-liter 4-cylinder that produces 260 horsepower. A&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-a-cvt-or-continuously-variable-transmission">continuously variable transmission</a>&nbsp;sends power to all four wheels and features an 8-speed manual mode that simulates shifting using steering-wheel-mounted paddles.</p><p>The Ascent&rsquo;s AWD system comes with Subaru&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-subaru-x-mode-and-how-does-it-work">X-Mode driving system</a>, bringing hill-descent control and driving modes for snow, mud, dirt, and more. Like other drive-mode systems, X-Mode alters throttle response, steering feel, and other vehicle behaviors to improve traction in various conditions.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Subaru Ascent Safety - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=subaru&amp;model=ascent" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Subaru deals!</a></strong></h2><p>The new Ascent gets an improved version of Subaru&rsquo;s EyeSight driver-assistance tech. It includes traditional features like&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-automatic-emergency-braking?make=&amp;model=">automatic emergency braking</a>, but Subaru updated the hardware with a new wide-angle mono camera. The component joins EyeSight&rsquo;s two existing cameras, which Subaru says provides better pedestrian and bicycle recognition. This is especially helpful when approaching intersections. Additionally, the system can apply brakes as necessary.</p><p>Higher trims come with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-a-blind-spot-monitor?make=&amp;model=">blind-spot warning</a>, lane-change assistance, and rear cross-traffic warning. These vehicles also get new&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-evasive-steering-assistance?make=&amp;model=">evasive steering assistance</a>&nbsp;for help with emergency maneuvers at speeds lower than 50 mph.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Subaru Ascent Technology - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=subaru&amp;model=ascent" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Subaru deals!</a></strong></h2><p>The new Ascent comes standard with an 8-inch infotainment display, but Subaru offers a larger 11.6-inch touchscreen for most trims. The screen features a portrait orientation and houses controls for climate, multimedia, drive modes, and vehicle settings. Wireless Apple CarPlay comes standard with the smaller screen, along with a Harman Kardon sound system. The upgraded stereo brings the ability to add the new Cabin Connect feature, which uses a microphone and the vehicle&rsquo;s stereo speakers to project front passengers&rsquo; voices to the back seats.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Subaru Ascent Competitors - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=subaru&amp;model=ascent" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Subaru deals!</a></strong></h2><p>The 2023 Subaru Ascent competes against the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2021-honda-pilot-faq-review?make=honda&amp;model=pilot">Honda Pilot</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2021-hyundai-palisade-review?make=hyundai&amp;model=palisade">Hyundai Palisade</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2021-kia-telluride-review?make=kia&amp;model=telluride">Kia Telluride</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2021-toyota-highlander-review?make=toyota&amp;model=highlander">Toyota Highlander</a>, and many more. The Subaru isn&rsquo;t as plush or luxurious as many of its rivals, but the brand&rsquo;s outdoorsy swagger and targeted features in the Ascent are enough to attract buyers outside of the brand&rsquo;s faithful fans.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/kia">Kia</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/hyundai">Hyundai</a>&nbsp;shook up the segment a few years ago with the releases of the Telluride and Palisade, and they remain two of the strongest options in the space.</p><p><em>Subaru is the source of information in this article. It was accurate as of June 15, 2022, but it may have changed since that date. 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General Motors' (GM) vehicle-electrification strategy is accelerating, and its brands are announcing new models rapidly. Chevrolet has now set a date for the reveal of the new Blazer EV. Chevy will reveal the electric SUV on July 18 with an expected on-sale date of Spring 2023.

<p>General Motors&#39; (GM) vehicle-electrification strategy is accelerating, and its brands are announcing new models rapidly.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/chevrolet">Chevrolet</a>&nbsp;has already announced the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/new-car-previews/2024-chevrolet-silverado-ev-preview?make=chevrolet&amp;model=silverado-1500">Silverado EV</a>&nbsp;pickup and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/new-car-previews/2024-chevrolet-equinox-ev-preview?make=chevrolet&amp;model=equinox-ev">Equinox EV</a>, and it has now set a date for the reveal of the new Blazer EV. Chevy will reveal the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/hybrid-vs-electric-cars-how-they-work">electric</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-does-suv-stand-for">SUV</a>&nbsp;on July 18 with an expected on-sale date of Spring 2023.</p><p><img alt="2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS Radiant Red Metallic Front Quarter View" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_2024%20Chevrolet%20Blazer%20EV%20SS%20Radiant%20Red%20Metallic%20Front%20Quarter%20View.jpg" /></p><p>Like the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2022-gmc-hummer-ev-pickup-review-driving-impressions?make=gmc&amp;model=hummer-ev">GMC Hummer EV</a>&nbsp;and Chevrolet Silverado EV, the new Blazer EV will use GM&#39;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-gm-ultium-drive">Ultium</a>&nbsp;platform, but Chevy hasn&#39;t detailed sizes and range numbers for the all-electric compact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-a-crossover-suv?make=&amp;model=">crossover SUV</a>. We&#39;ll likely see single- and dual-motor configurations&mdash;the latter providing&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/whats-the-difference-between-awd-and-4wd">all-wheel drive</a>&mdash;with an expected high-end SS performance variant at the top and lower-priced single-motor versions at the entry level.</p><p>The Blazer EV&#39;s styling is sharper and more futuristic than its gas-powered counterpart, but the new look doesn&#39;t drastically stray off the track laid out by its predecessor. Chevy&#39;s teaser image shows the SS trim level, with large 12-spoke wheels and aggressive front-end styling, but less sporty versions should get more pedestrian accents. There&#39;s a potential for a closed grille instead of the faux grates seen on the SS, as electric vehicles (EVs) don&#39;t need airflow like internal combustion engines.</p><p>Chevy hasn&#39;t shared interior specs for the Blazer EV yet, but we expect a futuristic interior with large screens and plenty of tech. The SUV can offer better interior space and storage than the gas model without the need for a traditional&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-a-transmission-in-a-car">transmission</a>&nbsp;tunnel in the cabin. The automaker used that space in the Equinox EV to provide a tiered center console with two storage levels and a large compartment.</p><p>Advanced safety features should be plentiful, but some will be held back for added-cost options and packages. Expect features like forward-collision warning,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/lane-departure-vs-lane-keeping-vs-lane-centering-tech?make=&amp;model=">lane-keeping assistance</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-automatic-emergency-braking?make=&amp;model=">automatic emergency braking</a>&nbsp;to come standard. Additional tech such as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-a-blind-spot-monitor?make=&amp;model=">blind-spot warning</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-adaptive-cruise-control?make=&amp;model=">adaptive cruise control</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/levels-of-autonomous-driving-explained">semi-autonomous driving</a>&nbsp;functions are extra.</p><p>Chevrolet recently announced that the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2022-chevrolet-bolt-ev-review-update?make=chevrolet&amp;model=bolt-ev">Bolt EV</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2022-chevrolet-bolt-euv-review?make=chevrolet&amp;model=bolt-euv">Bolt EUV</a>&nbsp;were&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autonews.com/retail/gm-slash-2023-chevy-bolt-prices-6000">getting a price cut for 2023</a>, making them bargains, but the automaker will likely position the Blazer EV a bit higher up the model food chain. The current&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2019-chevrolet-blazer-review?make=chevrolet&amp;model=blazer">Blazer</a>&nbsp;is slightly larger than the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2020-chevrolet-equinox-review?make=chevrolet&amp;model=equinox">Equinox</a>, so the hierarchy should remain in place with the transition to EVs. Expect the Blazer EV to start in the mid-$30,000 range and extend to the mid-$40,000 range with higher trims.</p><p><em>Chevrolet and the author&#39;s speculation are the sources of information in this article. It was accurate as of June 14, 2022, but it may have changed since that date. 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The Nissan Altima is a comfortable midsize car with tame driving dynamics and available all-wheel drive (AWD) for all-weather performance. Though it’s not quite as premium as rivals like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, it offers intuitive tech and excellent fuel economy.

<p>The&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2020-nissan-altima-review?make=nissan&amp;model=altima">Nissan Altima</a>&nbsp;is a comfortable midsize car with tame driving dynamics and available all-wheel drive (<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/whats-the-difference-between-awd-and-4wd">AWD</a>) for all-weather performance. Though it&rsquo;s not quite as premium as rivals like the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2020-honda-accord-review?make=honda&amp;model=accord-sedan">Honda Accord</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2021-toyota-camry-review?make=toyota&amp;model=camry">Toyota Camry</a>, it offers intuitive tech and excellent fuel economy.</p><p><img alt="2023 Nissan Altima SR White Front Quarter View" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_2023%20Nissan%20Altima%20SR%20White%20Front%20Quarter%20View.jpg" /></p><p><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/nissan">Nissan</a>&nbsp;has refreshed the car for the 2023 model year, bringing updated styling and better standard tech. The 2023 Altima comes in eight trim levels: S, SV, SV AWD, SR, SR AWD, SL, SL AWD, and SR VC-Turbo. Nissan dropped the previous model&rsquo;s Platinum trim in favor of the VC-Turbo trim that brings a unique engine to the Altima line. The standard engine is a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder; both it and the available variable-compression turbo (<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-the-nissan-vc-turbo-engine?make=nissan&amp;model=">VC-Turbo</a>) pair with a continuously variable transmission (<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-a-cvt-or-continuously-variable-transmission">CVT</a>).</p><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>What&rsquo;s New for the 2023 Nissan Altima? - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=nissan&amp;model=altima" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Nissan deals!</a></strong></h2><ul>	<li>Platinum trim dropped for 2023</li>	<li>New styling with an updated grille, new color choices, and fresh wheel designs</li>	<li>Interior features new trim and details that vary by trim level</li>	<li>Pricing should start at around $25,000</li>	<li>On sale in fall 2022&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Nissan Altima Exterior - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=nissan&amp;model=altima" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Nissan deals!</a></strong></h2><p><img alt="2023 Nissan Altima SR White Rear Quarter View" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_2023%20Nissan%20Altima%20SR%20White%20Rear%20Quarter%20View.jpg" /></p><p>The 2023 Nissan Altima moves uptown with its styling. Nissan leaned into its &ldquo;V-Motion&rdquo; grille design and offers the car with a few different looks, depending on the trim. The SR trim comes with a black grille with a chrome effect to differentiate it from the others. Nissan integrated the car&rsquo;s turn signals into the daytime running lights, and LED headlights are now standard. Four new wheel designs range in size from 17 to 19 inches, and Nissan offers two new exterior colors in 2023.</p><p>Beyond the front end, the Altima looks strikingly similar to the model it replaces. The funky split C-pillar and major lines are nearly identical to the previous car, though the new wheels are more elaborate and design-forward than in earlier models.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Nissan Altima Interior - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=nissan&amp;model=altima" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Nissan deals!</a></strong></h2><p><img alt="2023 Nissan Altima Interior Dashboard" src="https://cdn.jdpower.com/JDP_2023%20Nissan%20Altima%20Interior%20Dashboard.jpg" /></p><p>When speaking of the 2023 Altima&rsquo;s cabin, Nissan focuses on quality and premium feel, saying that the new car features better materials and finishes than its predecessor. The SR trim picks up fresh finishes on its instrument panel, and the upholstery now features a dual-stitch design. Nissan&rsquo;s excellent&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-are-zero-gravity-seats?make=nissan&amp;model=">Zero Gravity seats</a>&nbsp;provide great support and padding, and the contrast stitching found in the SR pops against the otherwise all-black interior. Interior dimensions remain the same as in 2022 and offer great space for up to five adults to ride comfortably.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Nissan Altima Specs - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=nissan&amp;model=altima" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Nissan deals!</a></strong></h2><p>Two engines are on offer for the 2023 Altima. The entry-level mill is a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with 188 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-torque-in-cars">torque</a>. The available engine is Nissan&rsquo;s 2.0-liter VC-Turbo, producing 248 hp and 273 pound-feet of torque. Both come with a CVT, and the base engine is available with AWD.</p><p>Nissan&rsquo;s VC-Turbo is a marvel of modern engineering, but it doesn&rsquo;t fully deliver on either of its main promises: Efficiency and power. Depending on the driving situation, the engine can shift between an 8:1 and a 14:1 compression ratio, which on paper means it can conserve fuel when necessary and deliver better power when asked. In practice, the engine is not as efficient as a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/hybrid-vs-electric-cars-how-they-work">hybrid</a>&nbsp;and isn&rsquo;t remarkably powerful. That&rsquo;s not to say the Altima is anemic, but there shouldn&rsquo;t be an expectation to be wowed with either powertrain.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Nissan Altima Safety - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=nissan&amp;model=altima" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Nissan deals!</a></strong></h2><p>The new Altima comes standard with Nissan&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-nissan-safety-shield-360">Safety Shield 360</a>&nbsp;technology. Additionally, the automaker includes standard forward-collision warning and driver-attention warning. The SL and SR VC-Turbo have traffic sign recognition and a surround-view camera system.</p><p><a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-is-nissan-propilot-assist">ProPilot Assist</a>, a suite of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/what-does-adas-stand-for">advanced driving assistance systems</a>, is standard for the top two trims and optional for the SV. It uses a system of cameras, radar, and sensors to maintain vehicle speed and lane position. Nissan says the new Altima gets an updated system that can slow the vehicle to a stop and hold it there during traffic jams.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Nissan Altima Technology - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=nissan&amp;model=altima" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Nissan deals!</a></strong></h2><p>A 5-inch infotainment display is standard on the new Altima, but most trims come with an 8-inch touchscreen. The base unit comes with a single USB input, but trims with the larger screen come with additional charging ports, including USB-C connections. Bluetooth, hands-free texting, and Siri Eyes Free are also standard. At the top end of the 2.5-liter lineup, the SL comes with a 9-speaker Bose stereo and wireless Apple CarPlay with its 12.3-inch touchscreen. The Altima SR VC-Turbo also comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The larger display brings wireless smartphone interfaces to the car.</p></div><div style='display: inline-block; width: 100%;' class='js-ad-module'><h2><strong>2023 Nissan Altima Competitors - <a href="https://www.jdpower.com/quotes?make=nissan&amp;model=altima" rel="nofollow sponsored" target="_blank">Find the best Nissan deals!</a></strong></h2><p>The 2023 Nissan Altima competes with the Honda Accord,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/expert-reviews/2020-hyundai-sonata-and-sonata-n-line-review?make=hyundai&amp;model=sonata">Hyundai Sonata</a>, and Toyota Camry. Though the Altima is one of few cars in its class with available AWD, it&rsquo;s not as premium or upscale as its rivals. The Camry features better interior materials, and the Accord is far nicer than its price tag would suggest.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/kia">Kia</a>&nbsp;also competes in the space and, along with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jdpower.com/cars/hyundai">Hyundai</a>, offers the longest warranties in the class.</p><p><em>Nissan is the source of information in this article. It was accurate as of June 9, 2022, but it may have changed since that date. 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